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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $308-$381
Delta
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
DSM - ROA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $364-$428
American Airlines
Sat 10/6
DSM - ROA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Roanoke. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 9% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $291 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Roanoke (DSM-ROA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Roanoke

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:52 pm - 12:19 amDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 10:35 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 4:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 12:26 amROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
9h 16m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 9:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 2:34 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 6:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 12:27 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:38 pm - 10:33 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$459Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 11:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
8h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 12:26 amROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
9h 16m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$460American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 8:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
6h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:13 pm - 11:52 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
6h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$596American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Roanoke flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Roanoke?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Roanoke start at $339. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $381. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on Delta.

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Key details for Des Moines to Roanoke flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$284
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Roanoke

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Roanoke based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Roanoke flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    Flights from Des Moines to Roanoke usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Roanoke (ROA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Roanoke:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Roanoke pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Roanoke most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Des Moines to Roanoke route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $381, a difference of $73. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Roanoke takes 0h 00m, covering 784 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Roanoke changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $861. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Roanoke looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Roanoke are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $404, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Roanoke?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 59m, compared with 5h 08m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 37m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Roanoke?

    Roanoke is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Roanoke Airport (ROA)?

    Roanoke Airport (ROA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Roanoke flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Roanoke range from $308 to $381, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Roanoke flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $308 - about $73 less than Thursday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Roanoke trip for September. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $140 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Roanoke Airport.
    - Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
    - Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View
    - Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke Airport

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